Also known as: Centcom
US military command conducting strikes and operations against Iran amid Gulf tensions and ceasefire disputes.
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Joy Online
… Tuesday’s US strikes on Iran targeted Iranian defence systems, ground control stations and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz, Centcom said. …
Trump says US will hit Iran ‘hard’ again on WednesdayJoy Online
… The exchange of fire comes after two crew members of the downed helicopter were rescued by an American sea drone on Monday, Centcom said. …
US and Iran exchange fire after American patrol helicopter downed in HormuzThe Chronicle
… On Sunday, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said its forces had shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones “that threatened international maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz”. …
Pakistan official visits Iran with ‘special letter’ for supreme leaderJoy Online
… US forces “subsequently struck Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites in Goruk and on Qeshm Island to defend against further attacks”, US Central Command (Centcom) said in a statement. …
US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sitesJoy Online
… The strikes on Qeshm Island, in the Strait of Hormuz, were “in response to attempted attacks by Iran across the Middle East”, US Central Command (Centcom) said. …
US and Iran launch new strikes, as Kuwait says airport hit by Iranian dronesJoy Online
… US Central Command (Centcom) said it launched “self-defence strikes” in response to “aggressive Iranian actions”, which it said included a US drone being shot down over international waters. …
US says it struck Iranian radar sites as Kuwait reports missile and drone attacksJoy Online
… US Central Command said the attack on Kuwait was an “egregious ceasefire violation”.
No deal announced after Trump meeting to make ‘final determination’ on IranJoy Online
… US Central Command said the attack on Kuwait was an “egregious ceasefire violation”.
Trump holds meeting to make ‘final determination’ on Iran dealJoy Online
… On Saturday, US Central Command (Centcom) said it had redirected 100 vessels, disabled four, and allowed 26 humanitarian aid ships to pass since the blockade began. …
Trump says Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’ including reopening Strait of HormuzJoy Online
… On Friday, US Central Command (Centcom) said US forces had disabled two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port on the Gulf of Oman “in violation of the ongoing US blockade”. …
Iran accuses US of ‘reckless military adventure’US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire agreement with Iran is "over" following fresh exchanges of fire on Tuesday and Wednesday, describing Iran's leadership as "scum" and dismissing further negotiations as "a waste of time." Oil prices spiked by around 6% after the strikes and Trump's comments, while the US revoked its temporary suspension of sanctions on Iranian oil sales.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire agreement with Iran is "over" following fresh exchanges of fire on Tuesday and Wednesday, describing Iran's leadership as "scum" and dismissing further negotiations as "a waste of time." Oil prices spiked by around 6% after the strikes and Trump's comments, while the US revoked its temporary suspension of sanctions on Iranian oil sales.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The US launched strikes on Iran in response to attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz over a 24-hour period, with US Central Command stating the action was to "impose heavy costs" on targeting commercial shipping. Iran has not claimed responsibility for the tanker attacks, and the US revoked a sanctions waiver on Iranian oil sales.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The US and Iran have agreed to "stand down" following an exchange of strikes over the past few days, with vessels now able to move through the Strait of Hormuz "freely" and renewed talks to end the war continuing. The agreement comes less than two weeks after a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding signed on 17 June, which has been under strain due to renewed attacks by both sides.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The US military conducted strikes on Iranian missile, drone storage facilities and coastal radar positions in response to an Iranian attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command described the strikes as a "powerful response" to the drone attack and said Iran's action violated a ceasefire and undermined freedom of navigation.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Direct talks between the US and Iran are set to begin in Switzerland, with delegations led by US Vice-President JD Vance and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arriving on Sunday. Iran's military said it closed the Strait of Hormuz over Israel's attacks on southern Lebanon, though the US military reports traffic continues to flow; Pakistan's Prime Minister is joining as mediator.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Direct talks between the US and Iran are set to begin in Switzerland despite Iran's military claiming it closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon. US Vice-President JD Vance and Iranian officials arrived for negotiations expected to cover nuclear issues and Lebanon ceasefire efforts, with Pakistan mediating.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump claimed an initial agreement to end the war with Iran is close after cancelling strikes, but Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said reports of an agreement were "speculative" and that "nothing has been finalised." The two countries have exchanged intermittent fire despite agreeing a ceasefire in April, with Trump repeating claims that a deal is near.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The US and Iran exchanged strikes for a second consecutive day, straining a ceasefire agreed in April. The US conducted "self-defence strikes" targeting Iranian military and radar sites; Iran responded with ballistic missiles at US assets in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, with Iran's foreign ministry saying the ceasefire is now "practically meaningless."
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The US military struck the Palau-flagged MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman after accusing it of violating an American blockade by attempting to transport oil from Iran, killing three Indian sailors of the 24 crewmen aboard; 21 were rescued.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps says it struck ships in the Strait of Hormuz after US Central Command launched new strikes on Iranian military sites. The escalation comes amid a fragile ceasefire agreed in April, with both sides accusing the other of aggression and undermining diplomatic efforts.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Donald Trump said the US will hit Iran "hard" on Wednesday after the two sides exchanged strikes overnight, and reiterated a call for Iran to "sign a deal." Iran's foreign ministry spokesman accused the US of damaging diplomatic efforts through contradictory messages and violations of a ceasefire.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The US conducted strikes on Iranian air defence systems and radar sites after an American Apache helicopter was downed on Monday, and Iran retaliated by launching drones and missiles at US bases in Bahrain and Jordan. Two crew members of the helicopter were rescued by an American sea drone.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi travelled to Iran carrying a letter from Pakistan's army chief and prime minister for Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, as part of diplomatic efforts amid ongoing tensions in the Gulf region following the US-Israeli war on Iran that began 100 days ago.
8 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The US military shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones headed toward the Strait of Hormuz and struck Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites on Goruk and Qeshm Island in response, Centcom said. The incident follows recent escalations between Washington and Tehran, including Iranian drone strikes that killed one person and injured over 60 at Kuwait's international airport on Wednesday.
6 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The US military said it launched "self-defence" strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island in response to attempted attacks across the Middle East, shooting down ballistic missiles and drones. Iran said it had attacked US bases and helicopters in a regional country using missiles and drones in retaliation, with one person killed and more than 60 injured in Kuwait after drones hit its airport and other infrastructure.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The US said it struck Iranian military radar sites in self-defence after a US drone was shot down, while Iran's IRGC said it targeted an air base used by US forces. Kuwait reported its air defence system was confronting hostile missile and drone attacks, and the escalation follows failed weekend negotiations over a deal between the two sides.
1 June 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump met with top aides on Friday to decide on a framework for extending the ceasefire with Iran, but the meeting concluded without clarity on next steps. Trump reiterated conditions that Iran must never possess nuclear weapons, the Strait of Hormuz must be reopened for unrestricted shipping, and any mines there must be destroyed.
30 May 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump held a meeting in the White House Situation Room to make a "final determination" on extending a ceasefire agreement with Iran, setting conditions including Iran's agreement never to pursue nuclear weapons, reopening the Strait of Hormuz for unrestricted shipping, and allowing destruction of mines and enriched uranium. The deal framework, pending approval from Trump and Iran's leadership, would extend the ceasefire for 60 days and launch talks on Iran's nuclear programme.
29 May 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump says an agreement with Iran has been "largely negotiated" and will include reopening the Strait of Hormuz, though he provided no further details. An Iranian foreign ministry spokesman cautioned that converging positions do not guarantee agreement on key issues.
23 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the US of pursuing "reckless military adventure" instead of diplomatic solutions, as both sides exchanged accusations of attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. The tensions come amid ongoing maritime incidents, stalled ceasefire talks, and US naval pressure on Iranian ports.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz late Thursday, with each side blaming the other for initiating attacks. Trump said the ceasefire remains in place despite the flare-up, which comes as Iran considers a US proposal to end the war.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Oil prices rose in Asia after the US military said it intercepted Iranian attacks including missiles, drones and small boats in the Strait of Hormuz and carried out self-defence strikes; Brent crude was up 1.5% at $101.60 a barrel. Analysts attribute the rise to concerns that military action could threaten energy shipments through the strategic waterway, as traders view the US-Iran ceasefire as fragile.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran says a US proposal to end the war is "still being considered," with the White House reportedly working on a 14-point memorandum of understanding that could include suspension of Iranian nuclear enrichment, lifting of sanctions, and restoring free transit through the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the US has had "very good talks with Iran in the last 24 hours" and that a deal is possible.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The United States says it will begin efforts to free merchant ships stranded by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, with some 15,000 US service personnel and over 100 aircraft involved in what President Trump called a "humanitarian gesture." Iran's military warned it will attack any foreign forces entering the strait, and a senior Iranian official said US interference would violate the temporary ceasefire currently in place.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
President Donald Trump said the US will help guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz from Monday, calling the operation "Project Freedom" and a humanitarian gesture, while warning that any interference will be dealt with forcefully. Iran has restricted traffic through the waterway since February, though Trump said US and Iranian representatives were having "very positive" discussions.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The US Office of Foreign Assets Control has warned that shipping companies could face sanctions if they pay Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, cautioning that payments could take multiple forms including cash, digital assets, or in-kind transfers. Iran, which has severely limited traffic through the strait since February, says it has begun collecting tolls from ships navigating the waterway.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
President Trump told Congress that US hostilities with Iran have "terminated" due to an ongoing ceasefire, arguing he did not need lawmakers' authorisation for the conflict. Despite the ceasefire, the US and Iran have not reached a longer-term deal, though Iranian media reported a new negotiation proposal sent via Pakistan on Friday.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Brent crude rose to its highest level since 2022, touching $126.31 a barrel, after reports that the US military plans to brief President Trump on potential military action against Iran. Energy prices have been rising as peace talks stall and the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, with about 20% of the world's oil and LNG typically passing through the waterway.
30 April 2026 · Joy Online →